Italian football suffered a serious setback, as they suffered a two-goal defeat to Switzerland in the first round of the knockout rounds of the European Championships, a game that exposed the team's problems. Coach Luciano Spalletti has been the target of public criticism, and his hiring strategy has been widely criticized, sparking heated discussions among fans and commentators alike.
Spalletti, who won the Serie A title at Napoli and became the manager of the Italian national team, had high hopes for him. However, at this European Cup, his employment decision has aroused widespread doubts and incomprehension. He claims to emulate the tactical style of Serie A champions Inter Milan, but in reality, the back three and four are so frequent that it is difficult to understand his intentions. This tactical instability has directly led to the team's confusion on the field and the confusion of the players.
The online discussion quickly became lively. Some fans sarcastically said: "Is Spalletti disrupting the national team's lineup? Changing formations is like changing clothes, isn't that a joke? Another netizen thought: "He can obviously choose a stable tactical system, but he has to toss, how can he win the game?" Some comments were more direct: "Whether it's a back three or a back four, Spalletti's chaotic tactics have made Italy a laughing stock. ”
Spalletti's tactical vacillation also affected the performance of the players. Players such as Bastoni and Darmian who have excelled at Inter Milan have done nothing at the European Championships. One fan angrily retorted: "Bastoni is obviously a master of long passing, why didn't I see him perform in the game? Darmian, on the other hand, was considered to be "completely pinned down in the half by the opponent and lost the ability to move forward." ”
What is even more incomprehensible is that Spalletti chose Faggioli, who has recently returned, to abandon the experienced Jorginho. Some fans sarcastically said: "Faggioli was banned before the game, and now he has become Spalletti's main force, what kind of operation is this?" Another bluntly stated: "Jorginho is a veteran of the team and has a lot of experience, and it would be a joke for Spalletti to give him up." ”
Against Switzerland, Italy were clearly on the back foot. Inter Milan players such as Bastoni and Darmian have not been able to perform at their normal level in positions they are familiar with. Bastoni was forced to abandon his specialty, long passing, while Darmian was completely pinned down in the half, unable to participate effectively in attack or defence.
At the same time, Spalletti's big gamble on Faggio didn't work. Soon after Faggioli's return, he faced strong pressure from the Swiss midfield, and frequently made mistakes in key positions. He failed to gain a foothold defensively and created a number of attacking opportunities for the Swiss midfielder. Eventually, Switzerland took advantage of those opportunities to break the deadlock and score. When Spalletti was still in charge at Napoli, he was known for his precise tactical set-up. Usually in a 4-2-3-1 formation, he is adept at taking advantage of the dribbling ability of two open centre-backs and relying on the support of two midfielders. Forwards are responsible for limiting the space of opposition centre-backs, while wingers use the width of the field to pose a constant threat to the opposition defence.
However, this strategy is not flawless, and netizens have different opinions when analyzing it. Some fans felt that Spalletti's tactics were really effective, able to effectively control the tempo of the game and the position on the field; Others point out that this tactic can appear too conservative against a stronger opponent and lack the means to attack by surprise.
At the European Championships, Spalletti's tactical execution was not as consistent as one might expect. Some fans think that he was a bit conservative in the selection of players and failed to reach the full potential of his players; Others felt that he lacked flexibility in adjusting his tactics and was unable to respond to changes in his opponents in a timely manner.
Throughout the game, Italy lacked organisation and attacking threat, especially in midfield, losing control. Spalletti's tactical arrangement and the performance of his players failed to effectively deal with Switzerland's tough style of play, which led to the defeat of the game and early exit.
The fiasco not only disappointed Italian fans, but also raised widespread questions about Spalletti's decision-making. The future of Italian football requires deep reflection, identifying the problems and finding ways to improve in order to regain competitiveness and glory in the competition.
Even more puzzling is Spalletti's over-reliance on young players, abandoning the experienced veteran Jorginho, which was particularly conspicuous in the game. Overall, Italy lacked organisation and decisiveness on the pitch, failing to counter the Swiss attack effectively and ultimately losing heavily.
In the game, the young players failed to take their due responsibility. Spalletti hoped they could bring a new energy and variety, but in reality, they failed to find their feet in crucial moments and were unable to cope with the Swiss opponent's strong pressing and quick counter-attacks. At the same time, Jorginho's experience and consistency may have provided more support and guidance to the Italian side on the pitch, especially as the game enters a critical moment.
The Italian team lacked organisation and decisiveness, especially after losing control in midfield, and they appeared to be inflexible and adaptable in terms of pace and tactics. Switzerland's attacking strategy was clear, while Italy were indecisive and failed to effectively limit their opponents' attacking opportunities, resulting in a gradual imbalance and a heavy defeat.
The defeat not only deprived the team of a knockout chance, but also put Spalletti's tactical decisions into greater question. In the future, Italian football needs to re-examine and adjust, identify the problems and take effective measures to rebuild the competitiveness and morale of the team in order to achieve better results in the future arena.
The defeat not only disappointed the Italian fans, but also cast doubt on Spalletti's coaching ability. In the future, Italian football will need to re-examine its direction and perhaps need a more stable and rational coach to lead the team out of the doldrums and be fully prepared for the next competition.
The defeat of this European Championship is not only a setback for Italian football, but also a new starting point, a moment of reflection and regrouping.
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